Health
Finding good health news amidst a pandemic can be quite daunting. That’s not the case with The Optimist Daily, where positive news is in high supply. Our Health section covers the latest good news from the health sector, featuring solutions ranging from mental and physical health to immunity, nutrition, and cutting edge medical research.
As the weather warms up, here's how to help animals handle a heatwave
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF Right now, much of Europe and North America are experiencing ongoing heatwaves with record-breaking temperatures. It’s not just humans that are struggling to cope. Yes, it’s getting hot in here—but taking off a sweater, jacket or shirt isn’t an Read More...
The innovative 'Sign Language Ambulance' service revolutionizes emergency care
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF In an unprecedented step to improve emergency care for the deaf population, the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) in England implemented a British Sign Language (BSL) Relay Service. Starting last month, all ambulances in the region were outfitted with Read More...
Breakthrough blood test detects breast cancer recurrence earlier than ever before
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF A novel blood test, described as an "incredibly exciting" advancement, demonstrated the ability to detect the recurrence of breast cancer up to three years before tumors appear on routine scans. This invention has the potential to drastically enhance Read More...
3 habits of the happiest people
Think of the happiest people you know. Do you find yourself often wondering what they are doing to maintain a general level of joy? There has been a lot of discussion in the scientific world about whether our overall levels of happiness are the result of a genetic lottery that leads to a “set Read More...
Free period products for remote Indigenous communities in Canada
A new federal effort aims to reduce period poverty in Canada's northern and remote Indigenous communities. According to recent polls, one in every five Canadians struggles to buy period supplies, and the problem is considerably more severe for Indigenous people living in remote locations. According Read More...
Could injectable treatments help California's homeless mental health patients?
In the ongoing fight against California's interwoven homelessness and mental health crises, a novel tool is showing promise: long-acting injectable drugs. These monthly doses, which treat severe mental diseases such as schizophrenia, are having a huge impact on some of the state's most vulnerable Read More...
Common weight loss drug may be the solution we've been waiting for in cardiovascular health
A revolutionary study presented at the European Congress of Obesity (ECO) reveals that semaglutide, which is found in popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, has the potential to transform cardiovascular health. According to the study, participants who took semaglutide had a 20 percent Read More...
Free diapers for Medicaid families opens a new frontier in public health
Set to make history, Tennessee will offer free diapers to Medicaid families, making it the first state in the US to do so. This effort, just approved by federal officials, is set to begin in August. Following closely, Delaware gained similar government approval to expand a trial program that Read More...
What the ruck? Transform your daily walks into high-efficacy workouts with rucking
Are you prepared to take your regular walks to the next level? Say hello to rucking, a new fitness trend that is changing the way people workout. Simply slipping on a weighted rucksack or backpack transforms your stroll into a full-body exercise that incorporates cardio and strength training. Let's Read More...
There are 3 levels of gaslighting. Here's how to deal with each of them
Gaslighting, a type of emotional manipulation that distorts reality and weakens one's sense of self, gained more infamous attention in the last few years. As people become more aware of the harmful impacts of gaslighting, it becomes increasingly important to provide them with practical tools for Read More...